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M3.8 Depth: 60.2 km

M3.8 Earthquake near COQUIMBO, CHILE (Chile)

UTC time: 2025-11-12 12:59:25 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.8 earthquake was recorded near COQUIMBO, CHILE (Chile) on November 12, 2025 at 12:59 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 60 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC. Chile: 24 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.7.

Details

Magnitude
M3.8
Depth
60.2 km
UTC time
2025-11-12 12:59:25 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Chile
City
Región de Coquimbo
Source
emsc
Coordinates
-29.72000, -71.07000
Temperature
20.5°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 60.2 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 60.2 km
Shallow
60.2 km
60.2 km — shallower than the regional average (99.1 km)
Regional average: 99.1 km
Why depth matters

Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.

Depth classes per USGS

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  • Ojos del Salado, Nevados
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  • Incahuasi, Nevado de
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  • Falso Azufre
    Distance: 419 km ·Complex ·Elevation: 5'906 m ·Chile-Argentina
  • Tupungatito
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